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1783 Chalmers Shilling - Short Worm

Strike Type
1783 Chalmers Shilling - Short Worm

Coin Details

Year
1783
Denomination
Colonials
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Post-1776 Private and Regional Issues (1778-1820)
Designer
Thomas Sparrow (engraver)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.6g
Diameter
22mm
Edge
Plain

Description

A Chalmers shilling with the "Short Worm" reverse variety. The shorter worm between the fighting birds distinguishes this from the Large Worm type. Both varieties are collectible, with the Short Worm being slightly scarcer.

Rarity Notes

Scarce. Slightly rarer than the Large Worm.

Cross References

Whitman 1410; Breen 1001

External References

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